Hotel Hernán Cortés
Gijón · Asturias · 4 Stars

Hotel Hernán Cortés

Historic hotel in Gijón, with a range of rooms, free WiFi and buffet breakfast, 350 m from San Lorenzo Beach and next to Paseo de Begoña.

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8.7 Score
3.228 Reviews
4★ Stars
15:00 Check-in
Area Gijón
Nearby San Lorenzo Beach · 350 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00

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Hotel Hernán Cortés

Hotel Hernán Cortés is a 4-star hotel in Gijón, opened in 1958 and located near Paseo de Begoña. The building retains its historic character and has 75 rooms spread across seven floors, including double rooms, triple rooms and suites. Rooms have a private bathroom, air conditioning, a minibar and a flat-screen TV; some have a bathtub and views of the city or an inner courtyard. The family suites offer 45 m² and are suited to guests travelling with children.

The hotel offers free WiFi throughout, a 24-hour front desk and buffet breakfast. Its rooms combine wooden or parquet floors with modern amenities such as a safe and streaming services. Nearby, you’ll find the Jardines y Paseo de Begoña, 150 m away, and San Lorenzo Beach, 350 m away. Plaza Mayor and the Campo Valdés Roman Baths are also within easy reach, so you can combine city walks with time by the sea.

Hotel Hernán Cortés
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Plan your stay at Hotel Hernán Cortés

Historic hotel in Gijón, with a range of rooms, free WiFi and buffet breakfast, 350 m from San Lorenzo Beach and next to Paseo de Begoña.

Room types

The rooms at Hotel Hernán Cortés include Standard and Premium Double Rooms, a Triple Room and several suites. They have a private bathroom, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a minibar; some categories also offer a bathtub and views of the city or an inner courtyard. Wooden or parquet floors complement the building’s style, while a safe and streaming services add to the amenities in several rooms.

The Standard Double Room measures 22 m² and has a bathtub. The Premium Double Room offers 30 m², while the Premium Triple Room also has 30 m² and three single beds. The suites measure up to 45 m²; some are family categories suited to adults travelling with children. Bed configurations vary by room type, with options in the double rooms and the suite. Views may be of the city or an inner courtyard.

Premium Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds — Hotel Hernán Cortés
Premium Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds
30 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Large double bed or 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • City view
  • Inner courtyard view

At 30 m², this room offers views of the city or an inner courtyard and combines wooden or parquet floors with air conditioning. The bathroom includes a bidet and toiletries; for entertainment, there’s a streaming service and a flat-screen TV. It also has a safe and a minibar.

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Standard Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds — Hotel Hernán Cortés
Standard Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds
22 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Bathtub
  • City view

This 22 m² option stands out for its bathtub, which sets it apart from the double rooms without one. It may offer views of the city or an inner courtyard and has air conditioning, a minibar and a safe. The flat-screen TV provides access to streaming services.

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Superior Family Suite (2 adults + 2 children) — Hotel Hernán Cortés
Superior Family Suite (2 adults + 2 children)
45 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Large double bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • City view
  • Wooden or parquet floors

This 45 m² family suite has city views and wooden or parquet floors. Air conditioning and a minibar complement the room, which has two Smart TVs, USB and HDMI ports, and a streaming service. The private bathroom includes a bidet and toiletries; the suite is suited to adults travelling with children.

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Family Suite (2 adults + 1 child) — Hotel Hernán Cortés
Family Suite (2 adults + 1 child)
45 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Extra-large double bed and 1 Sofa bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • City view
  • Wooden or parquet floors

Measuring 45 m², this family suite has an extra-large double bed and a sofa bed. It offers city views, wooden or parquet floors and air conditioning, as well as a minibar and a safe. The flat-screen TV provides access to streaming services, and the private bathroom includes a bidet.

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Premium Triple Room — Hotel Hernán Cortés
Premium Triple Room
30 m² · Private bathroom

  • 3 Single beds
  • Max 3 guests
  • Bathtub
  • Additional bathroom

This 30 m² triple room has three single beds and a bathtub. A distinctive feature is the additional bathroom, along with views of the city or an inner courtyard. Air conditioning and a minibar complete the room, which also has a flat-screen TV and toiletries.

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Suite — Hotel Hernán Cortés
Suite
45 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • City view
  • Wooden or parquet floors

The Suite offers 45 m² and city views, with wooden or parquet floors and more space than the double rooms. It has two Smart TVs with USB and HDMI ports, air conditioning and a minibar. Some suites have two bathrooms; the private bathroom includes a bidet and toiletries.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to visit San Lorenzo Beach: it’s 350 m from the hotel.
  • you’d like to explore gardens and squares: Jardines y Paseo de Begoña is 150 m away.
  • you need an internet connection: free WiFi is available throughout the property.
  • you’re travelling with children: family suites measuring 45 m² are available.
  • you’re arriving by public transport: the bus station is 400 m away and the train station is 1.1 km away.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need on-site parking: there is no parking.
  • you want to add a cot or extra bed to the Standard Double Room: neither can be added.
  • you want a bathtub in every category: bathroom options vary between a bathtub and a bathtub or shower.
  • you need to check in before 15:00: check-in starts at that time.

Hotel facilities & services

For everyday convenience, the hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, tourist information and a wake-up service. It also has a safe, lift, heating and air conditioning. Meeting facilities include banquet rooms and a business centre, with fax and photocopying services. For longer stays, you can make use of daily housekeeping, laundry, ironing and dry cleaning services. The property is non-smoking and has soundproof, family and non-smoking rooms.

Private bathrooms have toiletries, towels, a hairdryer and a bathtub or shower; some rooms have a bathtub. Amenities include a minibar, city views, a desk and a wardrobe. WiFi is free throughout the property. For entertainment, rooms have a flat-screen TV, satellite channels and access to streaming services; there is also a telephone and a shared TV area. There is a golf course less than 3 km away.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Tourist information
  • Minibar
  • Luggage storage

General facilities

  • Casino
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
  • Luggage storage
  • Tourist information
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Laundry service
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Safe
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Lift

Food & drink

  • Minibar

Media & technology

  • Streaming service (such as Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Bed linen
  • Wardrobe
  • City view
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack
  • Desk

Location & what to see

Hotel Hernán Cortés is at Fernández Vallín, 5, in a central area of Gijón, near Paseo de Begoña. Plaza Seis de Agosto is 80 m away and the Estatua de Jovellanos is 90 m away. The Mercado del Sur and Jardines y Paseo de Begoña are 150 m away; Museo Nicanor Piñole is 230 m away. This area brings together squares, gardens and shopping streets, with cider houses and cafés nearby.

Gijón Bus Station is 400 m away and Gijón - Sanz Crespo Train Station is 1.1 km away. Asturias Airport is 28 km away. For the coast, San Lorenzo Beach is 350 m away and Poniente Beach is 650 m away. These distances make it easy to get around the city from the stations and combine a walk through town with time at the beach.

In the old town, you can visit Plaza Mayor, 550 m away, and the Campo Valdés Roman Baths, 650 m away. Museo y Casa Natal de Jovellanos is also 650 m away, while Elogio del Horizonte is 950 m away and Gijón Aquarium is 1.2 km away. For a walk by the sea, San Lorenzo Beach has a long stretch of urban sand; in summer, you can combine a swim with a walk along the seafront. Jardín de El Náutico is 360 m away, completing a nearby route through green spaces and along the coast.

San Lorenzo Beach — An urban stretch of sand for swimming and walking along Gijón’s seafront. 350 m
Gardens of Paseo de Begoña — A tree-lined central promenade with gardens and nearby urban activity. 220 m
Museo Nicanor Piñole — A collection of Asturian paintings in a museum dedicated to the artist. 230 m
Plaza Mayor, Gijón — A historic square near the port and the Cimavilla neighbourhood. 550 m
Campo Valdés Roman Baths — An archaeological site preserving the remains of Roman baths. 650 m
Alsa Bus Station in Gijón — A bus terminal connecting with destinations across Asturias. 390 m

What guests say about Hotel Hernán Cortés

8.7
Fabulous · 3.228 reviews
Staff
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Location
9.7
Cleanliness
9.1
Facilities
8.5
Value for money
8.5
Free Wi-Fi
8.9

Guests particularly appreciate the staff, cleanliness and room comfort. The facilities and WiFi also receive good reviews. Comments describe a comfortable city stay, with beaches and attractions a short distance away.

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